Partnership Act 1890: Primary legislation governing partnerships in England and Wales, defining partners' rights and duties, profit sharing arrangements, and liability structures
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Legislation covering protection of photographic works, image ownership and licensing, photographers' moral rights, and duration of copyright protection
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Laws governing the handling of personal data in photographs, storage and processing of client information, and privacy rights and consent requirements
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation covering service provision to consumers, quality of service requirements, and fair contract terms
Equality Act 2010: Law ensuring non-discrimination in service provision and equal treatment of partners
Business Names Act 1985: Legislation covering requirements for trading names and display of partnership information
Companies Act 2006: Relevant legislation for business registration and potential conversion to LLP status
Professional Indemnity Insurance: Requirements for professional insurance coverage to protect against claims of negligence or inadequate work
Tax and VAT Regulations: Legal requirements regarding tax compliance, VAT registration, and financial reporting obligations
Health and Safety Regulations: Laws governing workplace safety and risk management in photography business operations
Employment Law: Legislation covering rights and obligations when hiring staff in a photography partnership
Contract Law Principles: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts under English and Welsh law
